Ann Carlson for The Hill—California gas car ban faces uncertain future

UCLA professor Ann Carlson discusses the legal uncertainty surrounding California’s gas car ban for The Hill, sharing how the incoming Trump administration may attempt to undo the Biden administration’s recent approval. She highlights that legal challenges could delay or overturn the ban, creating uncertainty for automakers navigating electric vehicle sales requirements.

“There’s just an enormous amount of uncertainty about whether the rule goes into effect — lots of moving parts. It will take a while before we know the answer to that question,” said Carlson. Despite potential federal rollbacks, Carlson suggests that California could still push for stricter emissions standards through agreements with car manufacturers.